Interested in a Career in Life Sciences?
The Life Science sector in Northern Ireland is a dynamic area encompassing pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, NHS labs, medical devices and more.
It is a key focus for the NI Executive, aiming to create highly skilled opportunities for young graduates.
Graduates from various disciplines play a crucial role in the sector's success. Whether you're into sciences, engineering, technology, or business, there are exciting opportunities waiting for you.
Tour dates: 18 and 19 May 2026
Applications will open early in semester two.
Students who secure a place will on our tour have the opportunity to visit a number of our most innovative local scientific employers. Our intention is to help students on the tour to better understand the wealth of potential careers areas that exist within this dynamic area, those that are lab and non-lab based.
The programme is an opportunity to:
- Visit employers at their R and D and manufacturing locations – find out what science is taking place and how.
- Network with recent graduates and Queen’s alumni.
- Get tips from recruiters on getting hired.
- Find out about summer internships, placements and graduate opportunities.
Session dates and times:
Tour dates: 18 & 19 May 2026
Applications will open to Queen's students early in semester two.
Those who are successful in their applications will be provided with further information on the programme itinerary via email after they have been told they are successful in this year's application.
Eligibility Criteria
Open to all undergraduate students from Biomedical Science, Pharmaceutical Science or Pharmaceutical Biotechnology programmes.
Out of an estimated 24 places each School will be allocated 8 spaces (enough applications are received from Biological Science student).
Out of the 24 places, 8 will available to students from a Widening Participation background.
Future Ready Award
The Future Ready Award is an employability award that allows you to gain formal recognition and a certificate for the extracurricular experiences gained during your time at Queen’s.
Assessment is based on submission of reflective pieces on sectoral knowledge gained, and career thinking.
You will also be asked to share your experiences of the tour formally with your peers once you return to Queen’s.